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Sunshine through the Rain
Rita was born in a small Kansas town. Her twin brother was killed and she was seriously injured in a car accident when they were six weeks old. In 1992, Rita was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Inspirational thoughts and essays on many topics related to the ministry of suffering and others. 150 pages; paper.
Surprised by Success
Have you ever surprised yourself by success? Merle is not a hunter, but he borrows a bow and goes hunting with friends for the camaraderie. When a buck appears and stands in range, Merle decides to try for it. He is stunned by the outcome! 65 stories of success and failure from the author’s life. Men will enjoy this book. 177 pages; paperback.
Survival: Avalanche!
“Avalanche!” shouted Alex. “Run!” But Alex and his friends couldn’t run. The swift and powerful flood of snow knocked them off their feet and covered them up. A perfect day to build an amazing snow fort turns into a nightmare. Will they survive? This book teaches important tactics for surviving an avalanche, as well as some ways to handle bullying. 107 pages; paperback; Scholastic.
Sweet Treats
By the compilers of Kitchen Treasures. Those who enjoy using Kitchen Treasures will appreciate using additional recipes for the sweet tooth. The sections in this book are desserts, pastries, cakes, cookies, squares, candies and toppings, and diet desserts. 120 pages; paper with plastic spiral binding.
Swift Arrow
George Boylan, a young pioneer boy in the 1700s, is captured by native Americans and raised as the son of a mighty chief. He spends his time learning the ways of his captors and yearning for the day that he might find a way to return to his loving family. This is the true account of his life with the tribe, his eventual escape, and his journey back home. 129 pages; paper; TEACH Services, Inc.
Swindler’s Treasure
Freedom Seekers series, book 4. “Sometimes there’s a cost for doing the right thing,” says Captain Norstad after standing up to a swindler. But the cost is high – the possible loss of the Christina steamboat! Will he and the other Freedom Seekers recover the stolen money before a double payment is due? In The Swindler’s Treasure the author brings into the story the thoughts of historic Illinois residents who give their reasons for being active participants in the Underground Railroad. 247 pages; paperback.
Swiss Holiday
Michael and Meredith Lamb, who live in England, are delighted when their adventurous Uncle Tony invites them to accompany him on a trip to the Swiss Alps. In Switzerland they meet warm-hearted people, explore the countryside, and best of all, make friends with Fritz, who teaches them the art of mountain climbing. 154 pages; paper.
Switherby Pilgrims
In 1825, concerned for the future of her ten orphan charges in the grim factory towns of their native England, Miss Arabella Braithewaite, known to the children as Missabella, decides to take a land grant in Australia and makes the long, daunting journey with her wards to the austere bush country of New South Wales. Ages 9-12. Paperback; 195 pages.
Tabitha at Ivy Hall
Tabitha, motherless and mostly ignored by her father, is constantly getting into scrapes. She starts school at Ivy Hall, but before her first term is over, her father gets hurt. As she nurses him back to health, his heart softens and a joyful time follows as he becomes the father he never was. This is a reprint. Ages 9-14; 198 pages; paperback.
Tabitha’s Glory
Opening day at Ivy Hall is a great bustle of excitement and greeting old friends. But who is that lame, red-haired girl dressed in rags? Glory has a rough time at the school, and everyone else does too until Tabitha begins to show compassion. Other girls follow suit, and another delightful, exciting year unfolds. This reprint is a sequel to “Tabitha at Ivy Hall.” Ages 9-14; 192 pages; paperback.
Tales From Maple Ridge: Logan Pryce Makes a Mess
Tales from Maple Ridge Series, Book 1. The Pryce family lives happily on their own farm. Eight-year-old Logan has his own “Fix-It Shop” in a stall in the barn. One sad day Dad tells them he must get another job because the farm is not making enough money. Soon Dad has a job at a local store, and even Logan can help: for pay! But then Logan makes a real mess at work. Will his mistake cause Dad to lose his job? Ages 5-9; 120 pages; paperback.
Tales From Maple Ridge: The Big City
Book 3 in the Maple Ridge series. Logan Pryce cannot wait to leave boring Maple Ridge and go to the exciting city. While Pa is in a job interview, Logan explores Sherman with his cousin Freddy. After spending a day among the hustle and bustle of urban life, will Logan still find the city alluring? Ages 5-9; paperback. 119 pages.
Tales From Maple Ridge: The Lucky Wheel
Book 2 in the Tales From Maple Ridge series. The schoolchildren of Maple Ridge are trying to raise money to repair the schoolhouse. Logan doesn’t have the money, but he has a broken wheel and a Fix-It shop. He can fix the wheel, but can he sell it? Read this book to see how Logan’s story resulted in a lot of people showing up to fix the school. 121 pages; paperback; Little Simon. Proofreader’s note: There are two instances of inappropriate language; see pp. 59 & 120.
Tangled Waters
Tangled Waters tells the story of an Indian girl, brought up with the traditional background, and exposed, through an accident, to a white civilization. She returns home, determined to merge the two. This story paints a colorful picture of traditional Navajo life and American culture amid the conflicts between the old and new. 212 pages; paperback
Taste of the Caribbean
Compiled by Gloria Wagler Ortiz. This cookbook is a collection of authentic recipes from the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Belize, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Paraguay, Chile, and Bangladesh. Recipes for a number of seasonings are also included. 218 pages; paperback, with plastic coilbinding.